Marijuana is one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States. In 2022, about 20% of Californians over 12 reported using marijuana in the past year. And while many people use substances like this safely, the overuse or misuse of marijuana can lead to immediate or long-term unwanted consequences. In fact, almost 10%…
Here at Solution Based Treatment & Detox, we pride ourselves on helping our clients achieve their highest potential. A key component of that mission is helping family members and friends both understand addiction and ways they can help their loved ones struggling with substance use disorder. To that end, here’s what parents, family members and friends need to know about compulsory addiction treatment.
Addiction recovery is a process that will be unique for each person, and no two people’s journeys are the same. With this in mind, learning what causes relapsing after rehab is essential, and how it may be prevented. While traditional rehab has left many people with insufficient resources for maintaining sobriety, relapse prevention therapy can…
Addiction is a severe problem widespread throughout California, particularly among adults. In 2022, the rate of substance use disorder (SUD) among young adults—aged 18 to 25—was almost twice that of adults older than 25. However, these adults older than 25 were twice as likely to struggle with alcohol use disorder than problems with illicit drugs.1…
There’s a lot to think about before you choose a drug rehab center. To help, we’ve put together a resource guide listing key topics and questions you need to know before you select an addiction treatment center.
Addiction is a serious issue, and early intervention services are essential to recovery. Early intervention services are designed to help individuals recognize their addiction and take steps to address it. But what are early intervention services, exactly? You may have to search for the term “intervention services near me” online to find the answer to…
Addiction rates in the United States have continued to climb throughout the past decade and are at an all-time high. While many illicit drugs, such as cocaine and meth, contribute to this increase in addiction rates, prescription drugs also play a large part. Benzos are some of the most overprescribed and often abused drugs today—and…
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States, with tens of millions of people taking these drugs. Benzodiazepines are widely used for treating anxiety, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, and alcohol withdrawal. It is also commonly used as a premedication for medical or dental procedures. Benzodiazepines have a…
Doctors often prescribe benzodiazepines or benzos for patients experiencing treatment-resistant anxiety or traumatic stress. Tens of millions of Americans take these drugs each year, so some people may think they are perfectly safe. However, benzos are highly habit-forming, and benzo addiction is a significant health concern. If you or a loved one has been looking…
Men and women are equally likely to become addicted to drugs or alcohol. Addiction is a disease that develops through several risk factors, some of which are more common in women than men. However, women are often reluctant to get help for addiction, as there is the belief that addiction is due to a personal…